Manu Restaurant and Bar

Veg Options Fusion Small Plates, Vegan Options

★ 4.4 · $$$ · Hours

DinnerSolo diningDatesGroupsExperience

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the veganizable mushroom dumplings (ask to make vegan)" "Try the veganizable mushroom dumplings (ask to make vegan)"
"Request vegan dishes without honey to ensure they are fully vegan"
"Share small plates to sample a variety of flavors"
"Reservations are required, especially on weekends"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  nachos, dumpling, dumpling soup nachos — fan-favourite
dumpling — fan-favourite
dumpling soup — fan-favourite
rice — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, attentive service, nice atmosphere friendly staff ×6
attentive service ×2
nice atmosphere ×2
large portions
many vegan options
 

Manu Restaurant and Bar is a contemporary fusion venue in New Zealand offering a mix of Maori-inspired and Pacific flavors with a variety of small and shared plates. While primarily an omnivore restaurant, it provides clearly marked vegan and veganizable options, with dishes like tofu "Loh Mai Gai," mushroom dumplings, and spiced cauliflower. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, featuring attentive service and artistic decor, making it suitable for intimate dinners or solo dining experiences.